Medical Assistant | Family Medicine | 40-Hour | South Portland, Maine

InterMed•South Portland, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for assisting with comprehensive care management in outpatient settings, including both primary and specialty care, under the delegation of a licensed clinician. To ensure a strong emphasis on delivering patient- and family-centered care, this role involves a highly collaborative relationship with physicians, advanced practitioners, and other healthcare professionals.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program
0+ years of experience
Current CMA or RMA certification preferred
BLS required within 6 weeks of hire
Demonstrates excellent professional judgement, phone skills and prioritization decision-making skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and respond to rapidly changing, sometimes acute patient care needs
Knowledge of OSHA standards and regulations
Professional appearance and demeanor
Proficient in Windows and Microsoft applications, and electronic medical record (EMR) experience preferred

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree program preferred
Current CMA or RMA certification preferred
Proficient in Windows and Microsoft applications, and electronic medical record (EMR) experience preferred

Responsibilities

Gathers and updates relevant patient information and vital signs in patient charts based on visit type.
Completes clinical tasks as directed by licensed Clinician:
Medication and/or vaccine administration
Performs diagnostic screenings
Accurately collects and prepares specimens for testing
Sets up and assists with in-office clinical procedures
Refills medications per protocol
Completes patient clinical documents
Maintains clinical equipment and supplies including rotation, stocking and cleaning.
Documents accurately, appropriately and timely into patients’ chart.
Performs administrative duties as assigned including patient outreach and scheduling.
Coordinates patient care management with in-house specialties, community resources, home health, hospital or acute care.
Completes mandatory educational requirements and maintains required certification.
Maintains strict confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability) guidelines and InterMed policies.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission, vision and values of InterMed.